August 06, 2025

(Part 2) Matt Pascua: The Art of Indie Filmmaking & co-starring in Stuart Wade's 'Say Yes' and 'Baby Steps' + Some Observations as an Artist in NYC

18 minutes

CHAPTERS
00:00
Navigating Technical Glitches and Film Discussions
02:39
Exploring Nuanced Acting in 'Say Yes' and 'Baby Steps'
05:24
The Collaborative Spirit of Indie Films
08:08
Intimacy and Comfort in Filming
10:51
Future Projects and Industry Insights
13:20
Reflections on Humanity and Personal Growth

SUMMARY
In this engaging conversation, Matt Pascua reflects on his experiences in the film industry, discussing his roles in 'Say Yes' and 'Baby Steps', the creative process behind 'Scrambled', and the importance of intimacy coordination in film. He shares insights on navigating current events, personal growth, and the significance of kindness in everyday life. The discussion highlights the collaborative nature of indie projects and the emotional impact of storytelling.

TAKEAWAYS
The importance of emotional connection in acting.
Indie projects foster a family-like atmosphere.
Intimacy coordinators enhance safety in film production.
The journey of filmmaking is as important as the final product.
Kindness can significantly impact someone's day.
Navigating the film industry requires adaptability and openness.
Creative collaboration leads to better storytelling.
Recognizing personal growth is essential for happiness.
Current events can challenge faith in humanity.
Art can reflect societal issues and provoke thought.

BIO
MATT PASCUA is an actor based in New York City. After studying at the Neighborhood Playhouse, he began working in commercials and on stage, including an earlier, regional production of Matthew Spangler's "The Kite Runner," an adaptation of Khaled Hosseini's best-selling novel of the same name. His television work includes appearances on "Grey's Anatomy," "Castle," "Rosewood," "Insecure," "Dynasty," "Fantasy Island," "Mayor of Kingstown," and "FBI: Most Wanted." Through 2024, Matt recurred as Ben Perez on "Walker," The CW's family drama-reboot of "Walker, Texas Ranger." On film, he can be seen in Jean-Marc Vallée's "Wild" and in Stewart Wade's "Say Yes" and "Baby Steps," amongst several other independent releases. In 2019, two projects he headlined, Lise Johnson's "Other Loving" and Anthony Meindl's "Where We Go From Here," screened at the Cannes Film Festival. Matt is also an alum of the ABC Discovers Talent Showcase, which takes pride in Chadwick Boseman, Lupita Nyong’o, and Gina Rodriguez, among many others, as some of its previously selected artists.

Matt's IG/: https://www.instagram.com/pattmascua/

Photo credit: Kristi Griffith Photography